Definitions
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- adjective Of the
rectum and thesigmoid colon ; especially, of the junction between them. - noun A rectosigmoid junction.
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- adjective of or related to or near the sigmoid colon and the upper part of the rectum
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Examples
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Quite frequently, the rectosigmoid colon is involved, as is the appendix and the vesicouterine fold of the peritoneum.
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For adults who require colorectal surgery, it is important to know what role rectosigmoid tumors may play in your health.
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The perforation sites were located on descending colon in one case, sigmoid colon in three cases, and rectosigmoid colon in six cases.
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